This is an annotated list of databases produced by Washington State agencies listed by producing agency. [http://wikis.ala.org/godort/index.php/User:Mvonseggern Marilyn Von Seggern] is the documents specialist for this page. If you are a registered user of this wiki, feel free to fix broken links or add an annotated database. You can also send an e-mail to m_vonseggern@wsu.edu with your suggestions.

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This is an annotated list of databases produced by Washington State agencies listed by producing agency. [http://wikis.ala.org/godort/index.php/User:Mvonseggern Marilyn Von Seggern] is the documents specialist for this page. If you are a registered user of this wiki, feel free to fix broken links or add an annotated database. You can also send an [mailto:m_vonseggern@wsu.edu e-mail] with your suggestions. Last checked for broken links: June 12, 2012.

Database of fertilizer products currently registered for distribution in Washington. Two major pieces of information in the database are the nutrient guarantees and the levels of nine heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, cobalt, mercury, molybdenum, lead, nickel, selenium, and zinc) found in the product and for which the state has developed soil loading standards.

== Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Department of ==

== Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Department of ==

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*'''[http://www.dahp.wa.gov/learn-and-research/find-a-historic-place Washington Information System for Architectural and Archaeological Records Data]'''

A searchable database of over 1800 registered historical sites including images, a summary of the significance, and a link to the nomination document. A search may be initiated via map or by text query for historic name, address, city, county, architectural style, built date, historic use, architect, and listing status. Information on archaeological sites is limited to prevent vandalism.

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A searchable GIS map tool and database of over 1800 registered historical sites including images, a summary of the significance, and a link to the nomination document. A search may be initiated via map or by text query for historic name, address, city, county, architectural style, built date, historic use, architect, and listing status. Information on archaeological sites is limited to prevent vandalism.

Search audit reports for all state and local government agencies from 1997 to present. Report title, findings, or full-text can be searched and limited to state government, local government, performance audits, hotline, fraud or whistleblower report types.

A business site selection analysis program that assists with gathering economic, planning, geographic, and other information in real time. The GIS application allows for creation and printing of maps.

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Search by bond issuer name, user name, and date range for bonds issues in Washington State since 2000. Many Official Statements and Bond Covenants for bonds issued since 2008 can be viewed and downloaded.

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== Courts, Administrative Department of the ==

== Courts, Administrative Department of the ==

*'''[http://www.courts.wa.gov/jis/ Judicial Information System]'''

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A case management system for appellate, superior, limited jurisdiction, and juvenile courts, the Judicial Information System connects courts and partner criminal justice agencies.

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A case management system for appellate, superior, limited jurisdiction, and juvenile courts, the Judicial Information System connects courts and partner criminal justice agencies. The public can access display-only Judicial Information System (JIS) court information through a web-based service called [http://www.courts.wa.gov/jislink/ JIS-Link]. JIS-Link is a fee-based subscription service requiring registration .

Beginning in August 2012, manufacturers of children's products must report to Dept. of Ecology if their products contain toxic chemicals such as lead, cadmium and phthalates. The Reporting List of Chemicals of High Concern to Children can be searched by chemical, company, or product.

A searchable inventory of sites currently being investigated, cleaned up, or that have already completed the cleanup process. Sites can be searched by ID number, name, and location (address, city, county or zip code).

A searchable inventory of sites currently being investigated, cleaned up, or that have already completed the cleanup process. Sites can be searched by ID number, name, and location (address, city, county or zip code).

A table listing environmental data collections such as air, water, sediment, and beach water quality, streamflow, watershed health and salmon recovery, toxic algae, aquatic plants, and groundwater and wells. Access to main environmental monitoring data is through Dept. of Ecology's [http://www.ecy.wa.gov/eim/index.htm Environmental Information Management System (EIM)] which allows for advanced searching and analysis and downloading of datasets.

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Department of Ecology's main database for environmental monitoring data, containing records on physical, chemical, and biological analyses and measurements. Supplementary information about the data (metadata) is also stored, including information about environmental studies, monitoring locations, and data quality.

Information by regions of the state about the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) or Water Quality Improvement Project process that was established by the Clean Water Act (CWA). This database lists bodies of water, watershed area, and existing Water Quality Improvement Reports that address water pollutants.

Information by regions of the state about the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) or Water Quality Improvement Project process that was established by the Clean Water Act (CWA). This database lists bodies of water, watershed area, and existing Water Quality Improvement Reports that address water pollutants.

Access to water rights information on land parcels anywhere in the state. The Statewide Water Resources Webmap provides information on over 230,000 active water right and claim records in the Water Resources Program database, many that have been in existence since the late 1800s. Search by document/record number or by the name of the person to whom the water right was issued.

Links to data collections, maps, and summaries about Washington streamflow, snowpack, and reservoir supply, and flood, drought, and high flow conditions.

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== Financial Management, Office of ==

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== Energy Office, Washington State ==

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*'''[http://www.ofm.wa.gov/localdata/default.asp County and City Data for Washington State]'''

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*'''[http://www.dsireusa.org/incentives/index.cfm?EE=0&RE=1&SPV=0&ST=0&state=WA&technology=all_solar&sh=1 DSIRE: Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency]'''

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Provides links to demographic, economic, financial, social, and other types of information about counties in Washington.

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A database of federal, state, and local renewable energy and energy efficiency incentives and policies. Search by incentive type, technology type, implementing sector, and eligible sector. Funded by U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.

An effort to make state revenue and expenditure data as open, transparent, and publicly accessible as is feasible with the goal of making government more accountable. Access to expenditures, revenues, workloads, caseloads, performance measures, and performance audits as well as current and historical budget data and accounting data (some sections searchable by parameter and some provide reports). Collaboration between Office of the Legislative Evaluation and Accountability Program (LEAP) Committee and the Office of Financial Management.

Incidence of cancer and mortality data available by site and region from 1993 to present.

Incidence of cancer and mortality data available by site and region from 1993 to present.

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== Labor & Industries, Department of ==

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*'''[https://fortress.wa.gov/lni/bbip/Search.aspx Look up Contractors or Tradespeople]'''

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A database of contractors and tradespeople who are licensed in the state and have met other legal requirements (e.g., maintain surety bond, carry liability insurance) for operation.

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*'''[https://fortress.wa.gov/dol/dolprod/bpdLicenseQuery/ Business and Professional Licenses]'''

A search for business and professional licenses issued by the Dept. of Licensing or the Business Licensing Service (Dept. of Revenue). Searchable fields include name, location, and type and number of license. Determines if individuals or businesses have a valid license and date of expiration.

A search for business and professional licenses issued by the Dept. of Licensing or the Business Licensing Service (Dept. of Revenue). Searchable fields include name, location, and type and number of license. Determines if individuals or businesses have a valid license and date of expiration.

Brief description, history, and graphic/recording of Washington state symbols.

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Organizations that fundraise for charitable purposes in Washington are required to register with the Secretary of State's Charities Program. The Charities database allows the public quick access to information from registration applications including purpose, federal tax status, and budget.

A biographical database of Washington elected officials and activists. Entries include basic biographical information with a photo and links to other online information. The database covers the offices of governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, treasurer, and representatives of the U.S. House and Senate and will continue to be expanded.

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A biographical database of Washington elected officials and activists. Entries include basic biographical information with a photo and links to other online information. The database covers the offices of governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, treasurer, and representatives of the U.S. House and Senate and will continue to be expanded.

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Search by bill number or keyword for the past 3 years. For bills back to 1991 link to [http://dlr.leg.wa.gov/home/default.aspx Detailed Legislative Reports], then change the biennium in an individual report or log in to change the default biennium.

Search by bill number or keyword for the past 3 years. For bills back to 1991 link to [http://dlr.leg.wa.gov/home/default.aspx Detailed Legislative Reports], then change the biennium in an individual report or log in to change the default biennium.

Student demographics, data on teachers, economic information, and Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) statistics for the state and school districts in Washington. The years 1996 - present are included.

Student demographics, data on teachers, economic information, and Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) statistics for the state and school districts in Washington. The years 1996 - present are included.

Revision as of 18:12, 1 April 2013

Washington State Agency Databases

This is an annotated list of databases produced by Washington State agencies listed by producing agency. Marilyn Von Seggern is the documents specialist for this page. If you are a registered user of this wiki, feel free to fix broken links or add an annotated database. You can also send an e-mail with your suggestions. Last checked for broken links: June 12, 2012.

Agriculture, Department of

Database of fertilizer products currently registered for distribution in Washington. Two major pieces of information in the database are the nutrient guarantees and the levels of nine heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, cobalt, mercury, molybdenum, lead, nickel, selenium, and zinc) found in the product and for which the state has developed soil loading standards.

Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Department of

A searchable GIS map tool and database of over 1800 registered historical sites including images, a summary of the significance, and a link to the nomination document. A search may be initiated via map or by text query for historic name, address, city, county, architectural style, built date, historic use, architect, and listing status. Information on archaeological sites is limited to prevent vandalism.

Auditor's Office

Search audit reports for all state and local government agencies from 1997 to present. Report title, findings, or full-text can be searched and limited to state government, local government, performance audits, hotline, fraud or whistleblower report types.

Commerce, Department of

Search by bond issuer name, user name, and date range for bonds issues in Washington State since 2000. Many Official Statements and Bond Covenants for bonds issued since 2008 can be viewed and downloaded.

Corrections, Department of

Courts, Administrative Department of the

A case management system for appellate, superior, limited jurisdiction, and juvenile courts, the Judicial Information System connects courts and partner criminal justice agencies. The public can access display-only Judicial Information System (JIS) court information through a web-based service called JIS-Link. JIS-Link is a fee-based subscription service requiring registration .

Ecology, Department of

Beginning in August 2012, manufacturers of children's products must report to Dept. of Ecology if their products contain toxic chemicals such as lead, cadmium and phthalates. The Reporting List of Chemicals of High Concern to Children can be searched by chemical, company, or product.

A searchable inventory of sites currently being investigated, cleaned up, or that have already completed the cleanup process. Sites can be searched by ID number, name, and location (address, city, county or zip code).

Department of Ecology's main database for environmental monitoring data, containing records on physical, chemical, and biological analyses and measurements. Supplementary information about the data (metadata) is also stored, including information about environmental studies, monitoring locations, and data quality.

A geographical presentation of air quality at locations in Washington State through WAQA, the Washington Air Quality Advisory system. The pollutants included in WAQA are ground-level ozone, fine particle pollution (PM2.5), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide.

Information by regions of the state about the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) or Water Quality Improvement Project process that was established by the Clean Water Act (CWA). This database lists bodies of water, watershed area, and existing Water Quality Improvement Reports that address water pollutants.

Access to water rights information on land parcels anywhere in the state. The Statewide Water Resources Webmap provides information on over 230,000 active water right and claim records in the Water Resources Program database, many that have been in existence since the late 1800s. Search by document/record number or by the name of the person to whom the water right was issued.

Employment Security, Department of

Energy Office, Washington State

A database of federal, state, and local renewable energy and energy efficiency incentives and policies. Search by incentive type, technology type, implementing sector, and eligible sector. Funded by U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.

Financial Management, Department of

An effort to make state revenue and expenditure data as open, transparent, and publicly accessible as is feasible with the goal of making government more accountable. Access to expenditures, revenues, workloads, caseloads, performance measures, and performance audits as well as current and historical budget data and accounting data (some sections searchable by parameter and some provide reports). Collaboration between Office of the Legislative Evaluation and Accountability Program (LEAP) Committee and the Office of Financial Management.

Licensing, Department of

A search for business and professional licenses issued by the Dept. of Licensing or the Business Licensing Service (Dept. of Revenue). Searchable fields include name, location, and type and number of license. Determines if individuals or businesses have a valid license and date of expiration.

Parks and Recreation Commission

Access to state park information through an alphabetic list of state parks with links to web pages about the park or a search by park type, activities, environment, camping, services, or wildlife.
Also provides a clickable map with state park locations.

Public Disclosure Commission

Access to reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission since 1996. Reports are categorized by filer, either candidates, political committees, statewide ballot initiatives, party committees, or caucus committees. Amounts of contributions, expenditures, and details are listed. Another section of the website provides reports filed with the PDC.

Organizations that fundraise for charitable purposes in Washington are required to register with the Secretary of State's Charities Program. The Charities database allows the public quick access to information from registration applications including purpose, federal tax status, and budget.

Search the state library catalog for state and federal documents, as well as materials on Washington state government, history, culture, and genealogy. The state library website also has access points to the Washington Newspapers database, historical collections, and Find-It! Washington.

A searchable database of more than 160 scanned Washington history publications in 14 subject categories such as geography, territorial and state government, exploration and early travel, and women's stories.

A biographical database of Washington elected officials and activists. Entries include basic biographical information with a photo and links to other online information. The database covers the offices of governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, treasurer, and representatives of the U.S. House and Senate and will continue to be expanded.

State Legislature

Search by bill number or keyword for the past 3 years. For bills back to 1991 link to Detailed Legislative Reports, then change the biennium in an individual report or log in to change the default biennium.

Student demographics, data on teachers, economic information, and Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) statistics for the state and school districts in Washington. The years 1996 - present are included.